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IN THIS ISSUE:
teacher appreciation week / talent show reminders / best of clark county / electives return / get your art print! / learning in action / snapshots / events
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Teacher Appreciation Week Reminders
We appreciate all the work our staff does throughout the year, but this is the week to really highlight how special they are and how much they impact all of our students. Our administration team and Board of Trustees have a week full of treats and thanks planned, but here are two we'd love your help with!
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A Unique Bouquet
Bring a flower Wednesday!
Last year this was a big hit, and our teachers appreciated the thoughtfulness behind each item in their community created bouquets. Please bring a flower or piece of foliage to add to a vase for each staff member you'd like to thank. Home-cut, store-bought, all are welcome! Would you like to help prepare this activity? Reach out to Courtney Tomlinson for volunteer opportunities.
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Say Something Special
Share what you appreciate about our teachers!
All week, we will be collecting adjectives, short phrases, and compliments to our staff using this form. Add as much or as little as you'd like, and the admin team will compile your words in a special way for our staff.
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Talent Show Practices and Auditions
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Our K-6 students will be performing as groups, partners, and individuals for the Gardner Talent Show on Thursday, May 25th at 2:30 pm. Students can sing, dance, tell jokes, perform magic tricks, and more.
Is your child interested in performing? Talents of any kind welcome, all performances must be appropriate for all ages and should not exceed 3 minutes. Teacher Devon is leading the auditions during recess time, and is ready to help support our brave and creative students. To sign your child up for an audition spot, please talk with your child about their interest and submit this form by May 12th.
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Thank you, Gardner community!
We've been nominated!
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The Gardner School is a finalist in THREE categories for Best of Clark County 2023- Best Childcare, Best Preschool, and Best School!
Voting starts on May 31st and goes through June 14th, and we we're the runner up for Best School last year. Let's join together to take the top spots in 2023! Stay tuned for more reminders and links to share with friends and family.
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K-6 Elective Classes
Exploration and Play
Our student electives are back, and kindergarten through 6th grade students get to select the classes they'd like to attend. Whether it's fairy gardens in the wetlands, soccer drills, or crafting and writing opportunities, our teachers are leading fun and engaging classes for the students. We know choice and exploration are key components in developing curious and creative thinkers!
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It's not too late!
Get your print today
Our one-of-a-kind collaborative art piece was a big hit at the 2023 Gardner Auction, and raised vital funds for our school.
We have prints available for anyone who donates $100 or more through the end of this campaign. The poster is printed on heavy-duty paper with a smooth glossy finish that is resistant to fading and tearing. 12 inches x 18 inches, the print will fit a standard poster frame. Click here to share your donation and to claim your print! |
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Learning in Action
Around the World with Tumtum
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Our Preschool students are going around the world with their current thematic, and are now "visiting" The Netherlands! Today they took a field trip to the Holland America tulip farm in Woodland, and last week they enjoyed Hagelslag, a very popular breakfast food or snack in The Netherlands. The name comes from “hagel” meaning “hail” in Dutch, because it reminded the creator of hail when he sprinkled it on his bread! The students agreed unanimously that we would serve hagelslag at their Celebration of Learning in June so that their parents would have a chance to try it, too.
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No After Care June 14th
Looking ahead, we have a busy and fun spring! Check out the calendar below or subscribe to the digital calendar here.
Please note, there is no after care on the last day of school, June 14th, and pick up is at 1:45 for early release.
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Campus snapshots
We love how focused our students are on their learning, and how they partner with one another throughout the day!
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Upcoming Events
Thursday, May 25th
K-6 Talent Show, 2:30 pm
We're always blown away by the talents of our students, and today is the day to see them shine! Join us in the Great Room for a wonderful performance!
Friday, May 26th
No School- Teacher Inservice Day
Monday, May 29th
No School- Memorial Day
Thursday, June 1st
Early Childhood Wheels in School Day
Pack those scooters, bikes, and trikes along with all safety gear for some extra active outdoor play time! Allow for extra time at drop off and pick up for loading.
Friday, June 2nd
K-6 Wheels in School Day
Pack those scooters, bikes, and trikes along with all safety gear for some extra active outdoor play time! Allow for extra time at drop off and pick up for loading.
Monday, June 5th
Tumtum Celebration of Learning, 2:00 pm
Join our preschool class to celebrate a year of growth, friendship, and learning at 2:00 pm.
Wednesday, June 7th
Mazama Celebration of Learning, 12:00 pm
Mazama Pre-K students are ready to share their learning with families and friends at their final Celebration of Learning for the year!
Thursday, June 8th
Kindergarten- 6th Grade Celebration of Learning, 2:00 pm
After an all school presentation in the Great Room, explore our Kalama- Klickitat classrooms to see hands-on projects, art displays, and other artifacts of learning!
Friday, June 9th
Early Childhood Field Day
An opportunity for our preschool and Pre-K students to have a blast outside! Prepare for water play, packing a towel and an extra change of clothes.
Monday, June 12th
Klickitat Graduation, 2:00 pm
Graduation at Gardner is a special time to celebrate the hard work our students have put in during their time at Gardner, and a chance to highlight the uniqueness of their experience. All community members are welcome to join us for graduation in the Great Room.
Wednesday, June 14th
K-6 Field Day
Expect your kids to need some extra changes of clothes, a towel, and good shoes for running and playing during this last field day of the school year!
Wednesday, June 14th
Last Day of School, Pick Up 1:45, No After Care
What a wonderful year it has been! Enjoy your summers, and we can't wait to see you back in the fall!
To see and subscribe to our calendar of events, click below!
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A wonderful day at the Oregon Zoo for our kindergarten students and their chaperones!
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